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Donor Spotlight: Fisher House Foundation

Donor Spotlight: Fisher House Foundation

Apr 18, 2023

Since 2008, Fisher House Foundation has supported 2,300 military spouses through NMFA’s Military Spouse Education and Employment Program.

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How WIC and SNAP Can Help Your Military Family

How WIC and SNAP Can Help Your Military Family

Apr 9, 2023

Learn more about federal nutrition assistance programs, SNAP and WIC, and how they can be a resource for military families.

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Donor Spotlight: Wounded Warrior Project

Donor Spotlight: Wounded Warrior Project

Mar 22, 2023

Wounded Warrior Project stands out as the longest contributing partner of NMFA’s Operation Purple Program, and we couldn’t be more grateful. 

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Women’s History Month: Women in Service and the Military Family Community

Women’s History Month: Women in Service and the Military Family Community

Feb 28, 2023

At NMFA, we have been honored to work alongside such change-makers throughout our organization’s history —service women, military spouses, and the women who make up our military community.

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NMFA Advocates for Universal Pre-K in OCONUS Locations

NMFA Advocates for Universal Pre-K in OCONUS Locations

Feb 27, 2023

In a recent letter to Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin we urged DoD to implement a universal Pre-K program at OCONUS DoDEA schools.

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Tax Season Tips for Military Families

Tax Season Tips for Military Families

Feb 20, 2023

We are officially in the 2023 tax season. We’ve assembled a list of tips that can serve as an operational order for coordinated tax filing. 

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2021 Active Duty Spouse Survey Results: Shocked but Not Surprised

2021 Active Duty Spouse Survey Results: Shocked but Not Surprised

Feb 16, 2023

The results reflected what we’ve been telling DoD for years – military families are resilient, but they need more support.

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Black History Month Through the Eyes of a Military Spouse

Black History Month Through the Eyes of a Military Spouse

Feb 5, 2023

Black History Month is important. And not just for African Americans and me, but for all. It is a gateway for everyone to learn from our history.

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Open Now: 2023 Military Teen Experience Survey

Open Now: 2023 Military Teen Experience Survey

Feb 1, 2023

Together, NMFA and Bloom use our data and expertise to amplify policies and programs that impact teens and young adults.

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50 Years in the Making: The Final Elimination of the Widow’s Tax

50 Years in the Making: The Final Elimination of the Widow’s Tax

Jan 23, 2023

The creation of the Survivor Benefit Plan (SBP) in 1972 was NMFA’s first legislative success.

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NMFA At A Glance

Overview of NMFA’s mission & impact.
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Mission

Identifying & solving unique military life challenges.
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Research + Insights

Data-driven insights informing advocacy & programs.
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Leadership + Staff

Experts guiding NMFA’s mission & strategy.
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State Of The Military Family

Annual summit addressing military family challenges.
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Supporters

Corporate & individual supporter recognition.
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Video Newsletters

Monthly video newsletters with family insights.
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Financials

Nonprofit financial transparency: reports, audits, tax documents.
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Testimonials

Stories highlighting impact of support programs.
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Press

Latest news, announcements, & media resources.
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Careers

Flexible, collaborative workplace strengthening military families.
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Bloom Military Teen Program

Inspiring military teens through storytelling & community.
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Operation Purple® Camp

Free camps supporting military kids’ well-being.
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Operation Purple® Summer Challenge

Family fun, adventure, STEM, & connection.
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Spouse Scholarships + Careers

Education, career, & business funding opportunities.
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Adoption

Adoption information & benefits for military families.
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Deployment

Guidance for before, during, after deployment.
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Kids Education

Tools for navigating military child education.
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Military Family News

News & updates affecting military families.
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Paid Family Leave

Explains Paid Family Leave & eligibility.
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Relocation + PCS

Resources easing military PCS moving stress.
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Child Care

Child care challenges & support priorities.
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EFMP + Special Needs

Support, referrals, & services for families.
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Licensing + Certification

Military spouse licensing challenges & resources.
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Separation + Divorce

Military separation & divorce resources.
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Policy Issues

Highlighting & acting on family priorities.
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Ways To Give

Give now to strengthen military families.
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Planned Giving

Planned gifts sustain support for families.
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More Than A Spouse

Celebrating military spouses’ strengths, stories, empowerment.
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Military Teens Vote

Empowering teen voices in elections process.
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